Theory of Architecture and Planning Principles Compre Quiz 1

The characteristic outline or surface configuration of a particular form. It is the principal aspect by which we identify and categorize forms.

• Form

• Volume

• Surface

• Shape

It signifies stability. When resting on one of its sides, this shape is an extremely stable figure.

• Square

• Circle

• Triangle

• Sphere

It is a bilaterally symmetrical figure having two equal and perpendicular axes.

• Square

• Circle

• Triangle

• Sphere

It is a centralized, introverted figure that is normally stable and self-centering in its environment. It can induce a rotary motion.

• Square

• Circle

• Triangle

• Sphere

Which of the following is in cylindrical form.

• Louvre museum

• MIT Chapel

• Modern Art museum, Caracas

• Robbie House

Which of the following is in Pyramidal form

• Louvre museum

• MIT Chapel

• Modern Art museum, Caracas

• Robbie House

Which of the following is not a representation of Floor Plane?

• Lanai

• Recessed floor

• Wood flooring

• Platform

What is the standard size of a tatami floor mat?

• 910mm x 1820mm

• 900mm x 1200mm

• 1200mm x 2100mm

• 1250mm x 2150mm

It is the relative size of parts of a whole.

• Proportion

• Scale

• Module

• Composition

It is a regular and repeated pattern.

• Balance

• Rhythm

• Proportion

• Contrast